Caravans, Cornwall, the coast, cod, cakes (and scones)…has there ever been a more perfect set of ingredients for a holiday?
With the fresh sea breeze in your hair and a Cornish sea shanty in your heart, there’s no better place to enjoy the spoils of the British countryside and the charms of its quaint towns than Cornwall. And there’s no better way to enjoy these spoils than in a caravan.
Not only does this give you the chance to sleep out under the stars, but nothing beats the community spirit and sense of camaraderie you get to experience while on a caravan holiday. In Kernow (the Cornish term for the county), you’ll never get bored…with activities and adventure available at every turn, and well appointed caravan parks a feature of the South West Peninsula.
If you’re looking for a staycation later this year and this sounds like your sort of thing, then here are 5 of the best caravan holidays in Cornwall updated for 2021.
STREAM VALLEY HOLIDAY PARK, PENZANCE
Stream Valley Holiday Park is a one-of-a-kind destination that you should visit this year. The park is well-kept, as are the roads that connect the park to its many adjacent attractions. You don’t have to be concerned about negotiating unkempt paths here.
Water hook-ups, properly serviced plots, and hard standing are all available at the park, too, ensuring that your caravan stands level.
With the Cornish coastline just a short walk away, the town of St. Ives 8 miles from the park and Flambards Theme Park a half hour drive, there’s no chance of getting bored here.
NEWQUAY HOLIDAY PARKS
If you want to be close to popular tourist locations, you will be spoiled for options in Newquay. When looking for the best destinations for caravan holidays in Cornwall, Newquay is arguably top of the list. It offers a range of incredible entertainment options, from beaches to well appointed resorts, and parks with pretty much anything you would want for a complete caravan holiday.
Newquay Holiday Park is one of the nicest spots because of the numerous amenities available. Some of these include three outdoor heated swimming pools and a 9-hole pitch and putts course. As if that wasn’t enough, there’s also Costa Coffee, a bar and grill, an ice cream parlour, and, of course, poolside beverages. One of the pools includes a 200 ft water slide that will amuse kids and adults alike!
A 10-minute drive will take you to the famed Fistral Beach. As a result, after you’ve got your fill of the camp, you can drive down to the beach and have a stroll or recline on the sand. When it comes to everything you could need as a caravan owner, the park provides it all. Because of this, you should make reservations as soon as possible because this location is highly sought after.
QUARRYFIELD CARAVAN PARK, CRANTOCK
If you’re planning a tour of a few caravan sites, then Quarryfield Caravan Park, in Crantock near Newquay, should definitely be on your list. The site sits on a graceful headland overlooking Crantock Beach and the Gannel Estuary, with superb views of the ocean from on high.
Its location close to several beaches around Cornwall’s north coast is among the things that make the site one of the best this year. If you’re keen to explore the surrounding area, Newquay is about a 10-minute drive from the caravan site. If you’d rather remain on site, that’s fine, too; there’s plenty to do, including a boathouse where you can row yourself across the estuary. Simply gorgeous.
When visiting Crantock, you should have your camera with you to ensure that you capture every moment. There is no need to be concerned about whether your type of caravan is catered for; the park welcomes all types. There are also static caravans on site for hire.
PENTEWAN SANDS HOLIDAY PARK
Are you a fan of opulence and refinement? Not two words commonly associated with caravan holidays, we realise, but then Pentewan Sands Holiday Park is anything but common.
You’ll find the Pentewan Sands Holiday Park in southwest Cornwall, located right on the beach – hence the ‘sands’ in the name. There are over 150 pitches in the park, all of which are nicely spaced to give you plenty of room to have fun and appreciate everything the park has to offer. The Park contains a privately owned beach that is only a three-minute walk away, one of its unique features and not something you’ll find at many campsites and caravan parks in the UK.
When you go to the beach, there are plenty of things to keep you engaged. In fact, Pentewan beach is known for its provision of water sports. For starters, you can enjoy water skiing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming. You can take a boat for a more intimate experience with the water, or simply rent bikes and travel the shoreline at your leisure.
In terms of your day-to-day caravan living, there are bathrooms, a laundromat, and Wi-Fi, among other amenities, all of which are available for you to use as you see fit.
PADSTOW TOURING PARK AND HOLIDAY VILLAGE
Padstow Touring Park and Holiday Village is distinguished by its sense of elegance; it’s a very classy affair indeed. Carrying 5 star holiday park status, the facilities are spotless and pitches well spaced, with the grounds groomed and tidy.
On site, there’s a children’s play park and sandpit, and just a ten minute drive away is Hawker’s Cove, a gorgeous beach just beyond Padstow town. Alternatively, Trevone Bay is equally stunning, and is a pleasant 45 minute walk away. Pack your walking boots and savour the scenic stroll!
In Padstow town itself, you’ll find some superb restaurants, including Rick Stein’s flagship Seafood Restaurant. If you’re looking for a fine dining experience, then Paul Ainsworth at Number 6 is simply superb.
THE BOTTOM LINE
Though the recent global pandemic has rendered international travel tricky this summer, the UK, and more specifically, Cornwall has so much to offer those with itchy feet who are keen to travel once again.